boxy

adjective

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Recent Examples of boxy Remodeled from an existing hotel, the boxy structures are connected by meandering paths and stairways punctuated by olive and bamboo trees. — Rachel Howard, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026 Once the weather gets colder, just layer a cardigan or boxy blazer on top—same cool-girl vibes, just a little warmer. — Erin Parker, Glamour, 22 Sep. 2026 Glass sky bridges connect the boxy pavilions, while inward-facing courtyards bring light into the house. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026 The retro looks didn’t hurt either, channeling the boxy hatches styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro in the 1970s and ’80s. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for boxy
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  1. blocky
  2. cubic
  3. cubical
Adjective
  • Xgimi includes a blocky, hard-shell case made of faux leather.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The homeowners also shared some inspiration from Viennese textiles—blocky florals, dreamlike geometrics—by Wiener Werkstätte.
    — Alex Beggs, Architectural Digest, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of blocky
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  • Furthermore, the models revealed the reservoir could hold between 350 million and 480 million cubic meters of gas while supporting a daily throughput of 750,000 cubic meters.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Crews plan to move 690,000 cubic yards of sand along the coastline.
    — Alys Martinez, CBS News, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of cubic
Adjective
  • The cabins are cute, cubical trailers—sleek with black paint and wooden details, and big picture windows.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The company also made a 2015 purchase of Hinkel, a producer of window shades, cubical curtains and related products.
    — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of cubical

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“Boxy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boxy. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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